2018 Buick Enclave vs 2020 Buick Enclave
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Buick Enclave | 2020 Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 64 | 57 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,027 | 755 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 25,793 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | Buick Enclave |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 5 |
| Power Train | 15 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 5 |
| Steering | 2 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 8 | 5 |
2018 Buick Enclave
2020 Buick Enclave
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.